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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Subject Matter Expert (SME) - Software Systems Engineer - **Company:** Redhorse Corporation - **Location:** Chantilly, VA, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $240,000.0 - $260,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Software Applications, Electronic Data Processing, Software Systems, System Software, Utility Software, Data Processing - **Published:** August 11, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.clearancejobs.com/jobs/9086332/subject-matter-expert-sme-software-systems-engineer ## About the Role * Active TS/SCI clearance with Polygraph. * Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) with 12+ years of experience OR a Master's degree with 10+ years of experience. * Proven expertise as a recognized authority in software systems engineering and research. * Demonstrated experience leading business capture efforts and delivering technical capability briefings. * Extensive background in scientific analysis and mathematical modeling for software system design. * Deep technical mastery of low-level software components including compilers, assemblers, and operating systems., If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to access job openings or apply for a job on this site as a result of your disability. You can request reasonable accommodations by contacting Talent Acquisition at Talent_Acquisition@redhorsecorp.com ## Description Redhorse transforms the way government uses data and technology. To support this mission, we are seeking a Subject Matter Expert (SME) for Software Systems Engineering. As a recognized expert within the company, you will design, research, and develop highly advanced applications that create new product and business opportunities. This is a visionary role where your technical mastery in scientific analysis and mathematical modeling will directly contribute to business capture efforts and high-level capability briefings. You will bridge the gap between complex engineering research and the strategic goals of our government clients, ensuring Redhorse remains at the forefront of digital transformation., * Act as a recognized expert within the company to design and develop highly advanced applications that drive new business opportunities. * Lead efforts to capture new business through technical work, research, and high-level capability briefings for senior government stakeholders. * Conduct advanced research in the design, development, testing, and utilization of electronic data processing software. * Design and document applications software and systems that contain complex logical and mathematical solutions. * Lead multidisciplinary research initiatives, collaborating with equipment designers and hardware engineers on the utilization of data processing systems. * Determine computer user needs and analyze system capabilities to resolve critical problems regarding program intent and programming controls. * Design and develop low-level system software, including compilers, assemblers, utility programs, and operating systems. * Prepare expert-level operating instructions and ensure all software standards are developed and enforced across projects. * Analyze user needs and requirements to determine design feasibility within strict time and cost constraints. * Confer with systems analysts and engineers to manage high-level project limitations, performance requirements, and interfaces. * Use scientific analysis and mathematical models to predict outcomes and measure the consequences of complex system designs. * Coordinate large-scale software system installations and monitor equipment to ensure all specifications and performance metrics are met. ## Related Videos - [Flexibility is Key: Unlocking the Advantages of Versatile Software Solutions for Strategic Innovatio](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1943-flexibility-is-key-unlocking-the-advantages-of-versatile-software-solutions-for-strategic-innovatio) - [SRE Methods In an Agency Environment](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/348-sre-methods-in-an-agency-environment) - [Rethinking Intelligence: AI, Accessibility, and the Future of Inclusive Work - Artur Ortega](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1377-rethinking-intelligence-ai-accessibility-and-the-future-of-inclusive-work-artur-ortega) - [Implementing continuous delivery in a data processing pipeline](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/73-implementing-continuous-delivery-in-a-data-processing-pipeline) - [Breaking the Hardware Mindset: Overcoming Barriers to System-Level Innovation](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1635-breaking-the-hardware-mindset-overcoming-barriers-to-system-level-innovation) - [Building Systems that Last](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1389-building-systems-that-last) ## Related Articles - [Is Software Engineering Over-Saturated?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/418-is-software-engineering-over-saturated) - [What is Software Engineering?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/289-what-is-software-engineering) - [Résumé-Driven Development: How IT trends affect the job market for software developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/59-resume-driven-development-how-it-trends-affect-the-job-market-for-software-developers) - [Fully Remote Software Engineer Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/447-fully-remote-software-engineer-jobs) - [Is Software Engineering Hard?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/448-is-software-engineering-hard) - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers)